Pet Groomer Resume Example Kriser's

PET GROOMER

Summary

I am a seasoned Pet Groomer with 8 years of experience in animal care and pet grooming. I am reliable, responsible and talented in my abilities as a groomer. I pay great attention to detail and strive to be the best at what I do.

Highlights

Expert Pet Groomer

Experienced in Animal Care

Great Customer Service

Clear-headed under pressure

Animal lover

Strong work ethic

Responsible and reliable

Charismatic

Accomplishments

Received a diploma for completion of a Professional Groomer Course
Oversaw care for up to 100 dogs per day in a boarding kennel, and accumulated dog handling experience over 8 years
Managed a team of caring kennel and daycare attendants, maintaining a safe environment for our dogs and employees

Experience

Pet GroomerSep 2012 to Current
Kriser's － Wilmette, IL

I groom an average of 10 dogs and cats each day with the help of a bathing assistant and maintain a professional salon inside the store.
Trim and style animal coats according to owner instructions and breed standards and work with owner to find the right cut for them.
Prioritize animal safety and comfort at all times; accommodate special needs dogs such as elderly dog and dogs with tracheal problems which cannot have anything around their necks.
Use muzzles or restraining techniques for difficult or aggressive pets to safely get the job done.
I work with puppies to get them used to the grooming process and create a pleasant experience for the future.
I instruct my assistant on which products to use on the pets, supervise nail clipping and cleaning of the grooming area.
I report any signs of illness found during grooming, and have helped bring to light conditions that the owner may not have been aware of such as ear infections, skin conditions, etc.
Help clients find the right products for their companions such as brushes, shampoos, food and dental products.

ManagerAug 2010 to Sep 2012
Wiggly Tails Inc － Northbrook, Illinois

After becoming an experienced handler and groomer, I moved up in the company to become the manager of the business.
In addition to caring for the dogs, I answered phones and emails and made appointments for boarding, grooming and daycare.
I checked dogs in for boarding, grooming and daycare, taking down detailed notes from the clients about feeding, medication and grooming instructions.
Used Kennel Connection program on a daily basis, as well as managed company emails, posted on social media sites and took pictures of dogs for newsletters and kennel cards.
I made sure all the belongings were put in the proper kennel and all instructions were clear for kennel attendants.
I made sure all kennel and daycare staff were on time, gave instructions for their daily jobs and made sure they were carried out responsibly.
I kept track of any injuries and illnesses and reported them to clients, and in cases of emergency, transported dogs to the veterinarian and back.
I developed great relationships with clients and bonded with their animals through regular contact.

Dog Groomer and HandlerAug 2007 to Oct 2010
Wiggly Tails Inc － Northbrook, Illinois

Dog groomer.
I groomed dogs according to owners instructions and discussed which haircut best suits their dog.
Bathed, brushed and removed mats from dogs, did medicated & deskunking baths, nail trims, clean ears and express anal glands.
I am experienced in de-shedding and reducing hair in shedding breeds.
I kept my area clean and hair free, sanitized tools and the grooming area.
Experienced in grooming MANY breeds including terriers, poodles, shih tzus, bichons and golden retrievers and more.
Identified and reported signs of illness in dogs during bathing and grooming.

Dog Handler.
I took care of 60+ dogs per day.
I supervised playgroups and made sure the dogs were safe.
Used my skills in animal behavior to determine which dogs interacted well with others, and handled and put a stop to any dog fights.
I made sure kennels are clean and odor free.
I fed the dogs according to owner instructions and provided them with exercise.
I also gave any medications that were needed.
I am experienced in all types of medicines and administering pills and subcutaneous injections..

Education

DiplomaJune 2006Maine East High School － Park Ridge, Illinois

Professional Pet Groomer, Dog Grooming ArtsApril 2009Academy of Dog Grooming Arts － Arlington Heights, Illinois

Vocational, Dog Grooming Arts Learned how to prep dogs for bathing and styling. Nail clipping, anal gland expression, sanitary clip, ear and ear hair cleaning, paw pad trim, de-matting and brush out. Learned how to style according to breed standards, and to work with the customer to find the specific cut for their dog. Learned to get the job done quickly and professionally, while maintaining a high standard. Am certified in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, and have patience and understanding for difficult dogs.

Photography2009Columbia College Chicago GED － Chicago, Illinois

Some college coursework completed from 2008-2009.

Personal Information

I enjoy drawing, reading and photography. I love to spend my days off with my dogs and being active outdoors.

Skills

Great at Customer Service
Very skilled at handling dogs; experience with large groups of dogs.
Team player
Proficient in Microsoft Office and Kennel Connections programs

Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

Kriser's
Wiggly Tails Inc

School Attended

Maine EastHigh School
Academy of Dog Grooming Arts
Columbia College Chicago GED

Job Titles Held:

Pet Groomer
Manager
Dog Groomer and Handler

Degrees

Diploma June 2006
Professional Pet Groomer , Dog Grooming Arts April 2009
Photography 2009

Pet Groomer Resume Example

Resume Score: 90%

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